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Ball-braided cheese Calories
A salty, protein-rich cheese made from cow's milk and formed into a braided ball.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
30 gram (medium) of Ball-braided cheese (30 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 150 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ball-braided cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 30 gram (medium) · 30 g
96
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 29% · Fat 69%
Ball-braided cheese nutrition facts table · 30 gram (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Ball-braided cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 20 g | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 30 g | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 50 g | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ball-braided cheese
What is ball-braided cheese?
Ball-braided cheese is a cow’s-milk cheese made by stretching cheese curd into strands, braiding them, and shaping the braid into a ball. Its layered strands can be pulled apart, and it is commonly salty and chewy.
What does ball-braided cheese taste like?
Ball-braided cheese usually tastes milky, mildly tangy, and salty, with a chewy, stringy texture. The exact saltiness and firmness vary between products, especially when the cheese has been kept in brine.
How do you eat ball-braided cheese?
Pull ball-braided cheese apart into strands and eat it as a snack or alongside bread, tomatoes, and olives. You can also tear it over salads or add it to cooked dishes when you want a soft, stretchy cheese.
How is ball-braided cheese made?
Ball-braided cheese is made by heating and working cheese curd until it can be stretched into long strands. The strands are braided and shaped into a ball; producers may then salt the cheese or hold it in brine.
Is ball-braided cheese the same as mozzarella?
No. Ball-braided cheese and mozzarella can both have a stretchy texture, but ball-braided cheese is formed by braiding strands into a ball and is often saltier. Their flavor, moisture, and production methods can differ.
Does ball-braided cheese melt well?
Yes, ball-braided cheese softens and melts when heated, and its strands may stretch. Use it on toast, flatbread, or baked dishes, but avoid excessive heat because it can release fat and become dry.
How should you store ball-braided cheese after opening?
Keep opened ball-braided cheese refrigerated in a sealed container. If it came packed in brine, store it in that brine to limit drying; otherwise wrap it tightly. Discard it if you notice mold or an off smell.
Can you freeze ball-braided cheese?
Yes, ball-braided cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its strands less smooth and more crumbly or watery. It is usually better to use previously frozen cheese in cooked dishes than to serve it as a snack.
How can you make ball-braided cheese less salty?
To make ball-braided cheese less salty, briefly soak a portion in cold water and taste it before serving. A long soak can weaken its flavor and texture, so change the water only if the cheese still tastes too salty.
Can you grill ball-braided cheese?
Yes, you can grill ball-braided cheese, but it softens quickly and may lose its shape. Use a grill-safe pan or place small pieces on bread or vegetables, and watch closely so the cheese warms without falling through the grates.
Ball-braided cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Ball-braided cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ball-braided cheese
To burn the 96 calories in 30 gram (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ball-braided cheese?
Ball-braided cheese is a Turkish cow’s-milk cheese shaped into a rounded ball with braided strands. It is related to the braided cheeses associated particularly with southeastern Turkey, where makers vary the texture and saltiness according to local practice.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, and can also be enjoyed as a snack or added to salads and pastries. Its salty, savoury flavour and pleasantly firm, chewy texture make a little go a long way. It is protein-rich, with 24 g of protein per 100 g, so pair a modest portion with vegetables or fruit for a balanced plate; when cooking with it, taste before adding extra salt.
How Nutritious Is Ball-braided cheese?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Ball-braided cheese Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Ball-braided cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ball-braided cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ball-braided cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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